The Startup that Created a New Biotech Superfuel

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The Startup that Created a New Biotech Superfuel

Michael Brandt is co-founder and CEO of H.V.M.N. He’s an avid triathlete and marathoner.

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Podcast: The Startup that Created a New Biotech Superfuel

Michael Brandt is co-founder and CEO of H.V.M.N. He’s an avid triathlete and marathoner. Before starting H.V.M.N., he received his BS in Computer Science & Design at Stanford, was a Product Manager at Google, and Adjunct Professor at the Academy of Art in SF. He has always been a leader, and lifelong student, of designing products around new technologies and emerging needs.

Key Highlights

[00:01 – 16:55] The Science Behind Ketone

Ketone is nature’s super fuel without sugar and caffeine
Direct-to-consumer and e-commerce strategy
Getting funding from a top-tier firm
Fund-raising shouldn’t be hard

[16:56 – 36:39] Nutritional Primitive

Michael shares what Nutritional Primitive means and the difference Ketone makes
Hacking into big growth and big market capitalization
Michael shares his leadership style within the company and his personal fitness preference
The importance of having honesty and clarity in hiring

[36:40 – 39:10] Closing Segment

How running serves as Michael’s daily practice that gives him peace
See the links below to connect with Michael

Additional Links:

LinkedIn: /in/mdbrandt/

Website: https://hvmn.com

Brian’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-c-adams/

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